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Cost of Living in Yao

Yao, Batha, Chad · Population 91,507

▼ -6% vs Chad average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)FCFA203,280 ($336)
Couple, monthlyFCFA360,822 ($596)
Family of four, monthlyFCFA466,673 ($771)

Estimated Prices in Yao

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFCFA2,178 ($3.60)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFCFA8,712 ($14.40)per meal
CappuccinoFCFA653 ($1.08)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FCFA49,368 ($81.60)per month
Monthly public transport passFCFA7,986 ($13.20)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFCFA21,054 ($34.80)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FCFA6,098 ($10.08)per month
Fitness club membershipFCFA6,098 ($10.08)per month
Cinema ticketFCFA1,597 ($2.64)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFCFA83,490 ($138)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFCFA58,080 ($96.00)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFCFA174,240 ($288)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Yao is FCFA121,000 ($200) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of FCFA203,280 ($336) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly FCFA264,264 ($437) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (FCFA58,080 ($96)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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76 km away · Hadjer-Lamis

Ati

94 km away · Batha

Bitkine

120 km away · Guéra

Mongo

143 km away · Guéra

Moussoro

146 km away · Barh-El-Gazel

Chèddra

176 km away · Barh-El-Gazel

Massakory

199 km away · Hadjer-Lamis

Dourbali

218 km away · Chari-Baguirmi

Other Major Cities in Chad

N’Djamena

N’Djamena · pop. 1,092,066

FCFA269,382 ($445) / mo

Moundou

Logone Occidental · pop. 142,462

FCFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Sarh

Moyen-Chari · pop. 108,061

FCFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Léré

Mayo-Kebbi-Ouest · pop. 89,237

FCFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Abéché

Ouaddaï · pop. 76,492

FCFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Goundi

Mandoul · pop. 73,141

FCFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Goz-Beida

Sila · pop. 66,107

FCFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Chèddra

Barh-El-Gazel · pop. 54,072

FCFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Living in Yao

Yao is one of the key cities in Chad. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is FCFA203,280 ($336), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around FCFA58,080 ($96) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to FCFA466,673 ($771) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately FCFA360,822 ($596) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Yao is FCFA121,000 ($200). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least FCFA264,264 ($437) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yao expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated FCFA203,280 ($336) per month in Yao including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Chad.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Yao?
A net salary of around FCFA264,264 ($437) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Yao with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Yao is FCFA121,000 ($200).
How much is rent in Yao?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated FCFA83,490 ($138) per month in the city centre and FCFA58,080 ($96) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about FCFA174,240 ($288).
Is Yao cheaper than Chad on average?
Yes — Yao is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Chad average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Yao?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at FCFA49,368 ($82) in Yao. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about FCFA2,178 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around FCFA653 ($1).
How do transport costs in Yao compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Yao is estimated at FCFA7,986 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Yao are estimates based on Chad national averages adjusted for city size (population 91,507). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.